Tisbury Police Ask Voters for Staff Help
Union Wants Two Additional Officers;Issue Will Appear as April Article on Town Meeting Warrant
By JOSHUA SABATINI
An unprecedented move by the Tisbury police union will put the debate over staffing of the town police force before the voters at town meeting time in April.
Rep. William Delahunt Heads Delegation to Discuss Help in Tisbury Inn Disaster
By JOSHUA SABATINI
Sherman Goldstein said it was hard for him to even look at the Tisbury Inn. His landmark hotel was destroyed by a fire on Dec. 15, and now stands in ruins, with charred window frames and large blackened holes in its walls.
Cape Air Promotes Fare Package Deals
Commuter Airline Attempts to Bolster Declining Passenger Traffic in September 11 Aftermath
By JOSHUA SABATINI
While many airlines across the nation continue to suffer following the Sept. 11 tragedy, Hyannis-based Cape Air has remained strong during tough times.
The eighth annual New Year's Eve celebration in Tisbury has a new look, mixing highlights of years past - the hat parade, fireworks, Marcus the Magician - with brand-new events over a two-day period.
Shellfish constable Paul Bagnall oversaw the opening of Oyster Pond and Edgartown Great Pond to the sea on Wednesday, but Thursday's unfavorable wind and surf conspired to close both openings.
Mr. Bagnall said he may try to make the cuts sometime in January if he is presented with a good opportunity; otherwise, he will wait until March. "Now I will take a good look at it," said Mr. Bagnall, "and keep an eye on the weather."